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NJMS is a leader in advancing biomedical research to improve human health
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Our rigorous academic experience strikes a healthy balance between classroom and real world learning opportunities.


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NJMS offers patients exceptional care and the tools needed to maintain their health. Schedule a telehealth appointment and quickly find a physician/specialist.

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A New Era of Two Legacies, One Future School of Medicine

At Rutgers, medical education is rooted in excellence, discovery, and community. With the convergence of New Jersey Medical School and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, we’re taking it to new heights. With an anticipated accreditation in 2027, the future Rutgers School of Medicine is poised to be one of the largest medical schools in the nation and an unparalleled hub of biomedical and health sciences education, research, and care.

 

 

Rutgers Students Why Choose NJMS

Why Study Medicine at Rutgers

Through a rigorous curriculum that places emphasis on combining holistic educational experiences with lessons learned by on-the-job training, New Jersey Medical School students are taught by venerated faculty members to become highly-skilled and compassionate physicians who deliver a particular brand of medicine and healthcare that is defined by extraordinary skill, professionalism, and respect for the patient.

 

 

NJMS Spotlight

Could Hidden Infections Be Fueling Long COVID?

New research suggests that lingering infections acquired before or alongside COVID-19 may help explain why symptoms persist after the virus clears.

Rutgers Health and University Hospital Break Ground on First Phase of Sweeping Newark Campus Redevelopment

Rutgers Health and University Hospital officially broke ground on the first phase of a multi-year campus redevelopment plan - a transformative project that will expand access to care, education, and research.

Med Students Earn Prestigious Chancellor Scholarship

Congratulations to our Chancellor's Scholars - future physicians committed to excellence, mentorship, and service.

Humanistic Approach Helps Produce More Thoughtful, Compassionate Doctors

Rutgers Health professor, Dr. Andrew Berman, begins class by sharing popular music and fine art to teach students how to listen and observe.

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Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Dr. George F. Heinrich

On October 15, 2025, the Rutgers NJMS community celebrated the life and legacy of the late Dr. George F. Heinrich, esteemed Associate Dean of the Office of Admissions.

 

NJMS in the News

NJMS In The News

How Long Is the Flu Contagious? Doctors Share Exactly What to Know

Flu season is here. Health experts explain what we need to know.

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As few as 2 cigarettes per day linked to 50% increased risk of heart disease: Study

Two cigarettes a day can sharply raise heart disease and death risk, study finds.

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Serving Safety This Season

Tis the season to stay safe: Know holidays safety tips.

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Surge in ED-Treated Pickleball Eye Injuries Spurs Call for Guidelines

Eye on the court: Pickleball injuries spark safety concerns.

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EVENTS

 

 

NJMS Renovation Project

Medical Science Building Renovation Project

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School has embarked on an exciting renovation project to update and modernize the school's Medical Science Building. The 630,000-square-foot structure is the central hub of the NJMS campus and the school's nationally recognized research efforts.

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History In the Making

To understand New Jersey Medical School's future, is to first understand its storied past. Travel through time to learn about the early beginnings of the oldest medical school in the state of New Jersey. Thanks to its thriving community of students, faculty, staff, and researchers, New Jersey Medical School remains steadfast on its path toward greatness. We invite you to join us for the journey. Click Here To View Our Full Timeline

1954

Incorporation papers are filed to establish the Seton Hall College of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (SHCMD) as the state's first medical school.

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1955

Charles L. Brown, MD, is appointed founding dean of SHCMD and leads an initiative to attract outstanding faculty to the new school.

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1960

The four-year medical program at SHCMD receives full accreditation from the American Medical Association.

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1965

The school is renamed as the New Jersey College of Medicine and Dentistry (NJCMD).

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1970

As part of the Medical and Dental Act of 1970, NJCMD and Rutgers Medical School are combined under one Board of Trustees as the College of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (CMDNJ).

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